Malmö: Game Quality Analyst

About the role
Working as a QA Lead at Tarsier, you will be working on our new games following in the footsteps of award-winning Little Nightmares, together with a passionate, interdisciplinary team.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Setting, driving and guarding the QA process with best practice
Leading and managing our in-house QA team
Hands-on testing
QA planning and time estimations for project milestones
Coordinating with our external partners
Sharing information & reporting to the team and stakeholders
Developing people in their craft
What we offer:
At Tarsier, it's important that our office is welcoming and fun so that our employees want to work onsite; because we believe that working closely with your team is the best way to make great games. That is why our Office Management and People & Culture-department work closely together to make our office a really great place to both work and hang out in. We have a large focus on ergonomic, personal work stations, we eat breakfast together on Wednesdays, and we play games together in the game room. Sometimes we even grab an after work beer together in the kitchen, or throw a Christmas party for the ages.
Our benefit package includes:
Pension & insurances
30 days of vacation
Overtime pay
Flexible working hours
Wellness contribution to use for gym memberships, swimming, crossfit, bouldering, dance classes, massage and much more
Healthier half hour - 30 minutes of your work day to spend on getting healthier
Health Insurance - access to preventive health care such as physiotherapy, counseling etc.
We believe that you have: Previous experience in a Senior or Lead QA role
Experience leading or managing people
Experience with testing premium video games for current generation of consoles
Experience with Unreal Engine
Understanding of best practices in QA
Great communication and interpersonal skills
Drive to improve yourself, the team and processes
Deep understanding of various roles in game development
An always-learning mindset
A passion for video games and testing
It’s a bonus if you also have:Experience with JIRA or other bug reporting systems



Applicants must hold a Swedish or EU/EEA citizenship or valid work permit for Sweden as we are unfortunately unable to support relocation from outside the EU at the moment.
This position is full time onsite in the office in Malmö, and will start with a trial period.
Currently employing around 70 people, Tarsier Studios is a game development studio based in the vibrant city of Malmö, Sweden. We are the developers of Statik and the award winning Little Nightmares franchise. At Tarsier, it’s the games that drive us. Quality above all else. Interesting ideas executed to perfection. We want people to be proud of the work they do here, and to finish each project feeling as though they’ve pushed their abilities to the next level. That, of course, requires hard work and talent in equal measure, and we look for both of those things when recruiting new team members.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and genders, and look forward to hearing from you!

Sharkmob is working on an open-world, online, action-packed experience developed by an ambitious crew of industry veterans and new talent. We are now looking for a Localization Coordinator to be the link between Localization, QA, and external parties to ensure the proper internationalization of the game.

The role
As a Localization Coordinator, you will perform reviews of the game's code to prepare it for localization, look at the elements of coding that vary depending on locales/markets; set naming conventions for source code elements; inform game developers about the most common cultural issues presenting localization challenges one can expect to discover in international target markets, such as history, ethnicity, religion, and geopolitical perspectives, etc.

We believe you have excellent communication skills and a cold-headed proactiveness with close attention to detail.

Responsibilities
- Anticipate, identify, analyze, fix, and/or re-assign localization bugs. Make sure developers allocate sufficient space to prevent truncations and overruns. Also, ensure no text is embedded in graphic files to reduce localization time and the challenge of fitting translated texts into existing graphic images.
- Perform localization smoke tests after each integration of localized content.
- Coordinate work between LQA testers and development teams and facilitate that builds can be delivered at the planned localization quality level and on time. This also involves communication with QA team members in charge of servers, etc., to make sure LQA testers have proper builds to test on.
- Validation and follow-up on localization-specific issues flagged internally by various team members.
- Continuous communication and close collaboration with different departments, such as Narrative, UI, Audio, etc., to solve and support solutions for localization.


Requirements
- You have several years of localization or LQA experience, ideally in the video games industry.
- You can communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, in professional and casual settings (knowledge of any other language at a medium or native level would be a plus).
- Released a live game product.
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office platform.


About us
Sharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights. Sharkmob is currently working on three major projects: Bloodhunt?- a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe; and two proprietary, unannounced projects.

We hope that you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks (https://career.sharkmob.com/pages/perks) of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, take a look at our homepage (https://www.sharkmob.com/about).

As our team continues to grow, we are thrilled to invite a curious and results-driven Senior Producer to join us in Malmö. In this dynamic role, you'll support the production team, ensuring the seamless execution of the project. Be a crucial part of our journey and help bring our latest project, Exoborne, to life!
Reporting to a Lead Producer, you'll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the studio, ensuring we have the best organizational structure, processes, and practices that allow them to produce high-quality work on time and within budget.
The ideal candidate understands the creative chaos of AAA game development and can create comprehensive goals for the teams to work towards.
Responsibilities Lead feature teams to deliver on their goals through problem-solving, motivation, and support.
Collaborate with Production leadership, Directors, and Leads to turn creative vision into actionable, scoped plans, maintaining a long-term view of planning while embracing the iterative nature of the creative development process.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve development effectiveness and quality of life.
Identify and solve complex project problems with minimal supervision.
Mentor less experienced Producers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Build and maintain a positive team culture and morale.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices, integrating learnings into game development.
Track and report on development team progress, morale, and potential risks, proactively solving issues as they arise.
Requirements Demonstrable experience as a Senior Producer or 4+ years as a Producer within a large development team.
Experience in all stages of AAA/AA development from concept to release as a Producer. Post-launch experience with a Live Service is a plus.
Expert understanding of modern project management methodologies and how best to apply them. Experience in coaching and training individuals in agile/lean concepts and practices is a plus.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Passionate about building a positive team culture and improving development efficiency.
Who we are
Sharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights.
Currently, we are working on two major projects: Exoborne – a Sharkmob original game created in Malmö, is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a United States torn apart by apocalyptic forces of nature. The second project, developed in London, is another Sharkmob original IP yet to be announced. Our first game, Bloodhunt - a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe, was released on 27 April 2022.
At Sharkmob, we are committed to building an inclusive team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets – because we believe that helps us create great games. We welcome all candidates who are aligned with our core values of shared ownership, smart decisions, and, last but not least – having fun! We hope you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, visit our homepage.

As the Manager for User Insights, you will centralize the understanding of our gaming community, ensuring that our products and strategies align with user needs, sentiments, and behaviours. Acting as the bridge between user research, in-game analytics, market trends, and company/product strategy, this position has a critical impact on product development, marketing, and competitive positioning.
Central to the Manager's mission is building, scaling, and refining our current user research and data teams while also exploring the future potential of a market research team. Recognizing each unit's unique strengths and challenges, the Manager will be pivotal in ensuring these teams are well-resourced, strategically aligned, and operate at the forefront of industry best practices.
One of the Manager's key challenges will be ensuring the seamless integration of user insights into our development teams' daily operations. The Manager will ensure insights are translated into actionable development directives by championing close collaboration, fostering open communication channels, and facilitating regular feedback loops.

ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy
Lead, mentor, and grow the User Research and Data teams.
Plan for the potential integration and leadership of a future Market Research team.
Set strategic goals for the Insights department in alignment with company and project objectives.
Champion a data-informed culture, ensuring insights and research are at the forefront of decision-making processes.

User Research
Oversee user research initiatives, from usability studies to in-depth interviews, ensuring actionable and relevant insights.
Promote the integration of user feedback into product development and design processes.
Advocate for the user, ensuring their needs and behaviors are well understood and addressed.

Data Analysis & Management
Guide the Data team in extracting, analyzing, and presenting data from various sources.
Ensure the integration of quantitative data with qualitative findings for a holistic understanding of user behaviour and preferences.
Oversee the development and maintenance of data infrastructures, ensuring robustness, scalability, and compliance with data privacy regulations.

Data Maturity & Integration
Drive the growth of data maturity, championing the consistent and meaningful use of data in all facets of our operations.
Develop and oversee comprehensive training and education initiatives to empower teams with data literacy and analytical capabilities.
Engage with stakeholders at all levels to garner buy-in, ensuring that insights are fully integrated into our game development processes and strategies.

Collaboration & Communication
Act as the primary liaison between the Insights department and other teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Present insights and findings to stakeholders, ranging from developers to senior management.
Foster cross-functional relationships to facilitate the effective implementation of recommendations from research and data analytics.

Continuous Improvement
Stay updated with the latest methodologies, tools, and trends in user research and data analytics.
Drive innovation in research methods and data interpretation.
Establish and maintain best practices and standards for the Insights department.
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., psychology, sociology, statistics, data science, market research). Advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in user research, data analysis, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., , Python, R) and research tools (e.g., usability testing software, survey platforms).
Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Who we are
Sharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights.
Currently, we are working on two major projects: Exoborne – a Sharkmob original game created in Malmö, is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a United States torn apart by apocalyptic forces of nature. The second project, developed in London, is another Sharkmob original IP yet to be announced. Our first game, Bloodhunt - a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe, was released on 27 April 2022.
At Sharkmob, we are committed to building an inclusive team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets – because we believe that helps us create great games. We welcome all candidates who are aligned with our core values of shared ownership, smart decisions, and, last but not least – having fun! We hope you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, visit our homepage.

With the upcoming release of Exoborne, we are looking to strengthen our Art Outsourcing team with an Outsourcing Supervisor focusing on Character Art. Your main responsibility will be to ensure high technical and aesthetic quality of the assets produced by our outsourcing partners.
This role provides a great opportunity to collaborate with both internal and external art teams and make a big impact on our upcoming AAA-game, using your artistic as well as communication skills. As an Outsourcing Supervisor, you will be essential to the realization of the project and improving how we work with our art outsourcing partners.
Key elements of the role Reviewing assets submitted by outsourcing partners according to project needs and requirements
Managing the backlog of assets and preparing briefs according to project needs while ensuring assets align sufficiently with technical requirements, target quality and direction
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for all collaborations and workflows as a part of the Art Outsourcing team
Requirements Experience as a Character Artist, preferably with realistic art styles
Self-reliant and structured/organized
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Good sense of art quality
Able to work methodically with tools such as Jira and Confluence
Bonus points Previous experience as a Lead, Producer or Supervisor
Experience giving feedback on outsourced art for games
Experience managing outsourcing pipelines and collaborating with external partners

You don't need to be a gamer to join us, but we consider it a bonus (and hopefully, you do too!).
Who we areSharkmob was founded in 2017 and has offices in Malmö, Sweden, and London, UK. The studio develops AAA-quality games for PC and console, using the Unreal Engine to power its ambitions of taking multiplayer games to new heights.
Currently, we are working on two major projects: Exoborne – a Sharkmob original game created in Malmö, is a tactical, open-world extraction shooter set in a United States torn apart by apocalyptic forces of nature. The second project, developed in London, is another Sharkmob original IP yet to be announced. Our first game, Bloodhunt - a battle royale set in the Vampire: The Masquerade universe, was released on 27 April 2022.
At Sharkmob, we are committed to building an inclusive team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets – because we believe that helps us create great games. We welcome all candidates who are aligned with our core values of shared ownership, smart decisions, and, last but not least – having fun! We hope you want to join us on our adventure and become a part of our crew. You can find more great perks of being a crew member. If you want to know more about Sharkmob and our projects, visit our homepage.